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Portable headrest

a headrest and portability technology, applied in the field of portable headrests, can solve the problems of pain or discomfort in the upper body, unsuitable for easy transportation, heavy weight of the portable table,

Active Publication Date: 2006-05-02
LAM KRISTIN
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[0008]The pins have clamps. The base, the members of the upright support and the members of the head support have interlocking structures for permitting pivoting while the clamps are loosened, and preventing pivoting when the clamps are tightened.
[0014]A collapsible portable headrest extends from a bed. A base support fits between the mattress and box spring of a bed. Outer ends of the base are connected to lower ends of vertical legs. Upper ends of legs are connected to of inner ends of the top. An opening or space for breathing is provided in cushions or a cushion at the top. Clamps at the joints allow folding the elements flat for carrying or storing. The user rests on the bed and slides forward, resting the head with the nose in the U of the horseshoe-shaped padded headrest. This position makes it possible for a masseur to massage the back while standing in front of or alongside the prone subject.

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Portable tables are heavy and awkward to carry and are not suited for ease in transportation.
The twisting of a neck interferes with work on muscles, tendons and vertebrae, and makes a massage less effective or, in some cases, may cause pain or discomfort in the upper body.
However, the attachments are cumbersome and difficult to store or carry.

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[0028]A preferred embodiment of the invention is shown in FIGS. 1 and 2. The new portable headrest 101 has locking hinges at ends of locking telescoping vertical supports, and the base has a rounded form. The entire headrest and support may be collapsed and folded into a flat unit that can be stored and carried in a case that is similar to a shoulder bag or briefcase. The headrest 103 is rounded and ergonomically designed to conform to the user's forehead and cheeks. The headrest 103 is made of contour memory foam padding or a similar substance for greater comfort. The headrest 103 may have an optional washable headrest bonnet or cover 105. Alternatively or in addition, an impermeable paper-faced cover may be laid across the headrest.

[0029]The headrest section 103 is connected to base section 107 by tubular, parallel telescoping supports 109, 111. The supports 109, 111 are made of metal, plastic or a similar material and are fully adjustable in height. The supports 109, 111 are made...

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A collapsible portable headrest extends from a bed. A base fits between the mattress and box spring of a bed. An outer end of the base is connected by hinged clamps to lower ends of legs. Upper ends of legs are connected by locking hinges to inner ends of a headrest top. An opening or space for breathing is provided in cushions or a cushion on the top. Telescoping tubes with clamps adjust to mattress thickness and compact storage requirements. Clamping or locking hinges at the joints allow folding the elements flat for carrying or storing. The user rests on the bed and slides forward, resting the head with the nose in the middle of the curved horseshoe-shaped padded headrest. This position makes it possible for a masseur to massage the back while standing beside or in front of the prone subject.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]Portable massage tables are known that can be carried into persons' homes or offices for massage. Portable tables are heavy and awkward to carry and are not suited for ease in transportation.[0002]When stiff beds and mattresses are available in homes, they provide a suitable platform for massage. However, it is necessary to twist the neck to keep persons' airways open. The twisting of a neck interferes with work on muscles, tendons and vertebrae, and makes a massage less effective or, in some cases, may cause pain or discomfort in the upper body.[0003]A straight back and neck are desirable.[0004]Bed attachments have been provided. However, the attachments are cumbersome and difficult to store or carry.[0005]Needs exist for bed-attached head and neck supports that make beds into suitable massage platforms and which are easy to store and carry.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION[0006]A preferred headrest apparatus for a bed has a plate or base for placing between...

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IPC IPC(8): A47C20/12
CPCA47G9/10A61G13/009A61H37/00A61G13/12A61G7/072A61G13/121A61G2200/325A47G9/1009A47G9/1054
Inventor KNICKERBOCKER, KRISTIN
Owner LAM KRISTIN
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